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Toronto Raptors C Jonas Valanciunas out for Game 2 versus Cleveland Cavaliers
The Sports Xchange The Toronto Raptors will again be without center Jonas Valanciunas when they visit the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Novel gene therapy shows potential for lung repair in asthma
A new study has demonstrated a way to deliver a nanoparticle-based gene therapy, in order to repair lungs damaged by chronic allergic asthma and to reduce inflammation that causes asthma...
Cleveland Indians blow out Cincinnati Reds for second game in a row
By Jim Ingraham, The Sports Xchange CLEVELAND -- Danny Salazar pitched 7 1/3 strong innings and the Cleveland Indians' offense pummeled Cincinnati Reds pitching for the second consecutive night as...
Out-of-pocket costs jumped moderately under Affordable Care Act, report says
HealthDay News For those who didn't receive subsidies under the Affordable Care Act, there were increases in copayments and deductibles between 2015 and 2016, a study finds.
Air Pollution Levels Rising In World's Poorest Cities
A new study released by the World Health Organization finds urban air quality in decline around the globe putting more people than ever at risk of env
Viruses detected in Swedish mosquito larvae
After an outbreak of Ockelbo disease in northern Sweden in 2013, researchers were able to trace the virus to mosquitoes. In a new study, researchers have shown that mosquito larvae...
Abortion rates at all-time low in developed countries but remain unchanged in developing countries
Abortion rates have declined significantly over the last 25 years in developed countries and are at a historic low. But in developing countries, where many abortions are unsafe, rates have...
Fruit discovery could provide new treatments for obesity, type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease
A combination of two compounds found in red grapes and oranges could be used to improve the health of people with diabetes, and reduce cases of obesity and heart disease....
High fruit intake during adolescence linked with lower breast cancer risk
Two linked papers shed new light on the relation of alcohol and diet with breast cancer and heart disease. The first study reports that high fruit consumption during adolescence may...
Patients may not need to wait two weeks to shower following knee replacement surgery
It may not be necessary for knee replacement patients to wait up to two weeks after surgery before showering, as many surgeons now require, new research indicates.
Physical activity, functional ability increase after weight loss surgery
People who have their stomach size surgically reduced move around more and easier after weight loss surgery, a study has found. Patients are able to walk further and are more...
Should we rethink of causes of dementia?
A new theory for the causes of dementia and other neurodegenerative diseases has been developed, involving an out-of-control immune system.
HIV testing during early infection may reduce new cases in high-risk communities
Detecting HIV earlier, through screening programs that can identify the virus shortly after infection, may lead to lower rates of HIV transmission in local epidemics, suggest findings from a new...
More urinary tract stones are being treated with surgery
Researchers who analyzed recent trends related to urinary tract stones in the UK found a sustained and high prevalence of the condition, with an increased trend to treat patients with...
Revolutionary wrist fracture device developed
An innovative new device which will help wrist fractures heal faster and can be fitted more easily by surgeons has been developed, and will be manufactured, in South Australia.
Oxfam report: Tyson poultry workers forced to wear diapers
Amy R. ConnollySPRINGDALE, Ark., May 12 (UPI) -- Protesters are demanding better working conditions at the nation's largest poultry processors after a report found shoddy working conditions.
'Nerve' first trailer: Emma Roberts and Dave Franco play truth or dare
Wade SheridanLOS ANGELES, May 12 (UPI) -- Emma Roberts and Dave Franco are caught up in a dangerous game of virtual truth or dare in the first trailer for "Nerve."
Treating Pain Without Feeding Addiction at ‘Ground Zero’ for Opioids
The difficult work of addressing the nation’s overreliance on opioids, while also treating debilitating pain, is playing out patient by patient in West Virginia.
The Health Issue: An Old Idea, Revived: Starve Cancer to Death
In the early 20th century, the German biochemist Otto Warburg believed that tumors could be treated by disrupting their source of energy. His idea was dismissed for decades — until...
The Health Issue: The Improvisational Oncologist
In an era of rapidly proliferating, precisely targeted treatments, every cancer case has to be played by ear.
The Health Issue: Learning From the Lazarus Effect
Most clinical trials for cancer drugs are failures. But for a handful of patients, a drug proves to be nearly a cure. What can science learn from these “exceptional responders”?
$81 a month, no strings attached, buys a healthier baby
When pregnant women were trusted with $81 a month in prenatal benefits, no strings attached, their babies’ physical health did better, say Manitoba researchers. They would like similar income supplements...
80 Percent of Urban Dwellers Live With Unsafe Air Pollution
A World Health Organization report suggests that global urban pollution levels increased by 8 percent in the five years preceding 2013.
Daniel Norris returns to Detroit Tigers after cancer surgery
The Sports Xchange Pitcher Daniel Norris was called up Wednesday to join the Detroit Tigers for the first time since undergoing cancer surgery last fall.
Chicago White Sox 3B Todd Frazier injured during dive into stands
The Sports Xchange Chicago White Sox third baseman Todd Frazier received five stitches for a cut on his lower lip after diving into the stands.
Los Angeles Rams S T.J. McDonald arrested for suspicion of DUI
The Sports Xchange Los Angeles Rams safety T.J. McDonald was arrested for suspicion of driving under the influence of a substance other than alcohol.
Pertussis vaccination in pregnancy is safe, study finds
Tetanus-diphtheria-acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccine is recommended for all pregnant women in the U.S. as the key medical intervention to protect newborn infants from pertussis (whooping cough). However, the safety of...
Perfluorinated chemicals taint drinking water
Linked to health problems, PFOA and PFOS leave a legacy that EPA is just starting to address